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Parentage of the grape: Pinot Noir, Cinsault

History of the grape: In 1925, Stellenbosch University Chief Horticulture Professor Abraham Izak Perold created the Pinotage hybrid by crossing the French varietals Pinot Noir and Cinsault (locally known as “Hermitage”). His attempt at creating a signature grape for the country of South Africa succeeded. The grape grows and ripens easily in the country’s soils, due mostly to the robust Cinsault genes it carries. The flavor of wines made with the grapes can take some getting used to, however. While the Pinot Noir lends some gracious fruit qualities to the mix, Cinsault, which is mostly a blending grape back home in France, gives it a more rustic structure that tends to dominate. 
 
The early history of Pinotage was precarious at best. While it was embraced as a South African grape and widely planted and produced by the 1960s, many countries were wary to do business with South Africa due to its ongoing Apartheid practices. A Read more »

Nederburg Pinotage
Winery: Nederburg
Region: South Africa
Type: Table Wines

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Wine-Glazed Winter Vegetables

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Golden Kaan Pinotage
Winery: Golden Kaan
Region: South Africa » Western Cape
Type: Table Wines

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Sweet Hot Mustard

Making your own mustard is easy and allows you to customize the flavor. This version is a honey and beer mustard that’s sweet but has a big kick of heat. Try it with our Soft Pretzel Rolls or atop ... Read more »

Kanonkop Estate Pinotage Blend Stellenbosch Kadette
Winery: Kanonkop Estate
Region: South Africa » Stellenbosch » Simonsberg-stellenbosch
Type: Table Wines

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Sweet and Savory Kale

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Simonsig Pinotage Stellenbosch
Winery: Simonsig Family Vineyards
Region: South Africa » Stellenbosch
Type: Table Wines

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Vegan Lasagne

What’s lasagne without ricotta, mozzarella, and Parmesan? To an Italian, it’s a travesty. But to a vegan or those with food allergies, it’s a delicious, healthy, one-pot pasta dish that is bound to... Read more »

Neil Ellis Pinotage Stellenbosch
Winery: Neil Ellis Wines
Region: South Africa » Stellenbosch
Type: Table Wines

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Thai Spring Beef Stir-Fry

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Backsberg Estate Pinotage
Winery: Backsberg Estate Cellars
Region: South Africa » Coastal Region
Type: Table Wines

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Classic Soft Dinner Rolls

This is no fancy artisan bread. These are good old soft dinner rolls, pillowy rounds that taste great fresh out of the oven and slathered in butter or stuffed with something—like in our Pineapple-B... Read more »

Wildekrans Estate Pinotage Walker Bay
Winery: Wildekrans
Region: South Africa » Bot River » Walker Bay
Type: Table Wines

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Basic Boneless Roasted Leg of Lamb

Gremolata, a mixture of parsley, garlic, and lemon zest, offers heat and fresh herb and citrus flavors to assertive leg of lamb. The best part of this recipe is that putting it all together for a d... Read more »

Kanonkop Estate Pinotage Blend Stellenbosch Kadette
Winery: Kanonkop Estate
Region: South Africa » Stellenbosch
Type: Table Wines

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Applesauce

A far cry from that overly sweetened, grainy mush that dominates supermarket shelves, this is tart with a hint of sweetness. Try it on latkes , with some braised pork , or on its own. Tart with a... Read more »

Pinotage Fantail
Winery: Morgenhof Estate
Region: South Africa » Coastal Region
Type: Table Wines

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Grilled Sweet Potatoes

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Avondale Pinotage
Winery: Avondale
Region: South Africa » Paarl
Color: Red Wines

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Grilled Mozzarella and Spinach BLTs

Creamy mozzarella is a good foil for the salty, smoky bacon in this grilled version of a BLT. Before cooking, remove any tough stems from the spinach. Read more »

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DC International Wine and Food Festival

The DC International Wine and Food Festival lived up to its name. There were wineries from all over the world – not just California, France and Italy. In fact, the representation of those three wine powerhouses was pretty scarce. Perhaps a better name ...

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The Morning Claret

Having made my plans to visit the European Wine Bloggers Conference in Franciacorta, Italy this October, I'm making a point to visit as many of my compatriots' wine blogs as I can before getting to meet them, many for the first time. Of course, it bein...

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Compagnies Wijn Pinotage (2006)

Winery: Oude Compagnies Post
Region: South Africa » Tulbagh
Varietal: Pinotage
Type: Table Wines
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CageyT

Deep, dark, and luscious. Full and soft mouth feel. Cedar, spice, and vanilla. Very intriguing wine.

Backsberg Estate Pinotage (2010)

Winery: Backsberg Estate Cellars
Region: South Africa » Coastal Region
Varietal: Pinotage
Type: Table Wines
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cjcribb

Ripe flavors of strawberry and raspberry coat the palate with a touch of rosemary and summer herbs to tickle the taste buds! A lovely red wine for flat-bread pizza or BBQ Ribs, the medium body keeps this light and refreshing with just a touch of sweet...

J Vineyards & Winery Pinotage Russian River Valley (2010)

Winery: J Vineyards & Winery
Region: USA » California » Sonoma County » Russian River Valley
Varietal: Pinotage
Type: Table Wines
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shsim

This stop at J Wine was part of a Russian River trip! Fruit forward with hints of sweet plums, there was obvious tannins and good acidity. Notes of blackcurrant with a wonderful lingering finish. This well balanced easy to drink wine reminds me of a Z...

Sebeka Pinotage Blend Cabernet Pinotage (2008)

Winery: Sebeka
Region: South Africa » Western Cape
Varietal: Cabernet Sauvignon , Pinotage
Color: Red Wines
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rjpease

Nose of figs, apricot, and rubber. A nice finish of blackberries and currants, really makes me want to eat steak.

Zaràfa Pinotage (2008)

Winery: Zarafa
Region: South Africa » Western Cape
Varietal: Pinotage
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BearBryant

A bit racier in its acidity than most pinotage---and an astounding bargain ($3.99 at my local Trader Joe's). Bright berry, with decent structure. WIne is put through microoxygenation, though--so let it set for a minute or two after opening, and it'll...

Van Loveren Pinotage South Africa (2010)

Winery: Van Loveren
Region: South Africa
Varietal: Pinotage
Color: Red Wines
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redpoz

Pinotage of the Robertson Valley; 14%, with a very dark ruby colour and charming coffee as well as (mature) red fruits aromas. Leaves a nice "warm" impression after drinking due to the tannins well mixed with the acid taste which make it easy to drink.

Pinotage Privat Collection Spier Wines Südafrika Coastalregion Flasche Pinotage (2007)

Winery: Spier Cellars
Region: South Africa
Varietal: Pinotage
Type: Table Wines
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anstett

An outstanding Pinotage that is affordable and available for most people. Wonderful smooth taste that goes great on the back porch watching the sun set.

Rooiberg Winery Pinotage (2008)

Winery: Rooiberg
Varietal: Pinotage
Color: Red Wines
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Michael C Butler

Good stuff. Smokey, dry, and a little strong

Nederburg Pinotage (2010)

Winery: Nederburg
Region: South Africa
Varietal: Pinotage
Type: Table Wines
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anstett

I tried this on a whim and it was a very nice example of the South African Pinotage that we typically like. It had a good warm mouth feel and a nice fruitiness that complemented a spicy dish.

Rijk's Private Cellar Red Blend Bravado (2004)

Winery: Rijk's Private Cellar
Region: South Africa » Coastal Region
Varietal: Syrah , Pinotage , Cabernet Sauvignon , Merlot , Cabernet Franc
Type: Table Wines
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Tombalina Wines

Brilliant Blend, favourite by far!! Really outstanding for the value and quality delivered!

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